Ingredients
– 500 grams chicken for that tender, juicy base
– 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes) to deliver intense heat and color
– 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) for rich, spicy depth
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce for umami and balance
– 3 cloves garlic (minced) for aromatic punch
– 1 tablespoon sugar for a touch of sweetness to tame the spice
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil for a nutty aroma
– 100 grams rice cakes (optional) for chewy texture
– 100 grams melted cheese (optional) for creaminess
– Tofu for vegan
– Smoked paprika for milder taste
– Tamari for gluten-free
Instructions
1-LEARN HOW TO MAKE Buldak like a PRO! Start by preparing your ingredients cut 500 grams of chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince 3 cloves of garlic. Measure out 2 tablespoons of gochugaru, 3 tablespoons of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. GET EXCITED because this takes just 25 to 40 minutes total!
2-Next, marinate the chicken with that spicy sauce mix combine the gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and sesame oil. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to soak in the flavors. FEEL THE HEAT BUILDING as you stir it up!
3-Then, heat the sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and add the marinated chicken. Cook until it’s browned and fully done, about 10-12 minutes, stirring to avoid burning the sauce. For vegan tweaks, swap chicken with tofu and cook gently to keep its shape. ADJUST SPICES NOW if you need more fire add extra gochugaru!
4-Finally, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving hot. Pair it with cooling sides like steamed rice or cold noodles to balance the spice. FOLLOW THESE STEPS and enjoy smoky, caramelized goodness EVERY TIME!
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust the heat level by reducing or increasing the gochugaru and gochujang according to your spice tolerance
🔥 Cook over medium heat to prevent burning the sauce while ensuring the chicken gets properly caramelized
🧀 Adding melted cheese not only creates a delicious creamy texture but also helps mellow the intense heat for a more balanced flavor
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Gluten-Free (use tamari instead of soy sauce)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 95